Nepal Trekking Costs 2026: All 51 Treks Compared
Real guided-package prices in Nepali rupees for every major trek — sortable by cost, days, difficulty and altitude. No other page on the internet has this data in one place.
| Trek | Days | Difficulty | Max altitude | Guided cost (NPR) | ≈ Per day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Trek | 3–4 days | 🟢 Easy | 1,730 m | 35,000–75,000 | NPR 15,700 |
| Poon Hill | 3–5 days | 🟢 Easy | 3,210 m | 40,000–80,000 | NPR 15,000 |
| Helambu | 5–7 days | 🟢 Easy | 3,650 m | 45,000–95,000 | NPR 11,700 |
| Sikles | 3–5 days | 🟢 Easy | 1,980 m | 45,000–95,000 | NPR 17,500 |
| Kapuche Lake | 3–5 days | 🟡 Moderate | 2,546 m | 45,000–95,000 | NPR 17,500 |
| Mardi Himal | 4–6 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,500 m | 55,000–105,000 | NPR 16,000 |
| Pikey Peak | 4–6 days | 🟢 Easy | 4,065 m | 55,000–105,000 | NPR 16,000 |
| Gosainkunda | 5–8 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,610 m | 60,000–120,000 | NPR 13,800 |
| Mohare Danda | 5–8 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,300 m | 60,000–120,000 | NPR 13,800 |
| Tamang Heritage Trail | 5–8 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,165 m | 60,000–120,000 | NPR 13,800 |
| Khopra Ridge | 6–9 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,660 m | 65,000–135,000 | NPR 13,300 |
| Langtang Valley | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,984 m | 65,000–135,000 | NPR 11,800 |
| Panch Pokhari | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,100 m | 65,000–135,000 | NPR 11,800 |
| Dudhkunda | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,560 m | 65,000–135,000 | NPR 11,800 |
| Lower Mustang | 5–8 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,800 m | 65,000–145,000 | NPR 16,200 |
| Ruby Valley | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,842 m | 80,000–145,000 | NPR 13,200 |
| Annapurna Base Camp | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,130 m | 80,000–160,000 | NPR 14,100 |
| Jomsom Muktinath | 7–10 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,760 m | 80,000–160,000 | NPR 14,100 |
| Khayer Lake | 7–10 days | 🟠 Challenging | 4,660 m | 80,000–160,000 | NPR 14,100 |
| Ganesh Himal | 10–16 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,100 m | 95,000–185,000 | NPR 10,800 |
| Rara Lake Trek | 7–12 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,710 m | 95,000–185,000 | NPR 14,700 |
| Arun Valley | 10–16 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,000 m | 105,000–200,000 | NPR 11,700 |
| Annapurna Circuit | 12–16 days | 🟠 Challenging | 5,416 m | 105,000–215,000 | NPR 11,400 |
| Annapurna North Base Camp | 9–12 days | 🟠 Challenging | 4,190 m | 105,000–215,000 | NPR 15,200 |
| Everest View | 6–8 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,880 m | 120,000–215,000 | NPR 23,900 |
| Tilicho Lake | 12–16 days | 🟠 Challenging | 4,919 m | 120,000–225,000 | NPR 12,300 |
| Langtang Gosaikunda | 12–16 days | 🟠 Challenging | 4,610 m | 120,000–225,000 | NPR 12,300 |
| Dhorpatan & Bukipatan Trek | 10–14 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,660 m | 120,000–240,000 | NPR 15,000 |
| Manaslu Circuit | 14–18 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,106 m | 135,000–240,000 | NPR 11,700 |
| Makalu Base Camp | 18–22 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 4,870 m | 120,000–265,000 | NPR 9,600 |
| Gokyo Lakes | 12–14 days | 🟠 Challenging | 5,357 m | 160,000–265,000 | NPR 16,300 |
| Tsum Valley | 14–18 days | 🟡 Moderate | 3,700 m | 160,000–295,000 | NPR 14,200 |
| Ama Dablam Base Camp | 10–12 days | 🟠 Challenging | 4,600 m | 175,000–295,000 | NPR 21,400 |
| Nar Phu Valley | 12–16 days | 🟠 Challenging | 5,320 m | 175,000–320,000 | NPR 17,700 |
| Renjo La Pass | 12–15 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,360 m | 185,000–320,000 | NPR 18,700 |
| Everest Base Camp | 12–14 days | 🟠 Challenging | 5,545 m | 185,000–330,000 | NPR 19,800 |
| Rupina La | 14–18 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 4,720 m | 185,000–345,000 | NPR 16,600 |
| Cho La Pass | 16–18 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,420 m | 200,000–345,000 | NPR 16,000 |
| Shey Phoksundo | 10–16 days | 🟠 Challenging | 3,612 m | 185,000–370,000 | NPR 21,300 |
| Api Himal Base Camp | 14–18 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 4,250 m | 200,000–370,000 | NPR 17,800 |
| Kanchenjunga Base Camp | 20–24 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,140 m | 200,000–370,000 | NPR 13,000 |
| Manaslu Tsum Valley | 18–24 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,106 m | 200,000–370,000 | NPR 13,600 |
| Rolwaling Valley | 14–20 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,755 m | 200,000–370,000 | NPR 16,800 |
| Everest Three Passes | 18–21 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,545 m | 215,000–370,000 | NPR 15,000 |
| Upper Mustang | 10–14 days | 🟡 Moderate | 4,230 m | 240,000–370,000 | NPR 25,400 |
| Dhaulagiri Circuit | 18–21 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,360 m | 240,000–400,000 | NPR 16,400 |
| Lumba Sumba Pass | 16–20 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,160 m | 240,000–400,000 | NPR 17,800 |
| Mera Peak | 16–19 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 6,476 m | 240,000–400,000 | NPR 18,300 |
| Island Peak | 16–19 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 6,189 m | 265,000–425,000 | NPR 19,700 |
| Lower Dolpo | 14–20 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,190 m | 265,000–465,000 | NPR 21,500 |
| Upper Dolpo | 21–28 days | 🔴 Strenuous | 5,360 m | 465,000–800,000 | NPR 25,800 |
Prices are typical guided-package ranges per person (guide, permits, teahouse/camping lodging and meals on trek), matching each trek's detailed Cost & Budget guide — tap any trek for the full breakdown. Independent/no-guide budgets run lower where solo trekking is still permitted. Click a column header to sort.
Nepal Trekking Cost FAQs
How much does trekking in Nepal cost in 2026?
A guided trek in Nepal costs roughly NPR 35,000–75,000 per person for short teahouse treks like the Royal Trek or Poon Hill, NPR 80,000–330,000 for the classics such as Annapurna Base Camp and Everest Base Camp, and NPR 240,000–800,000 for remote restricted-area expeditions like Upper Dolpo. A typical mid-range figure is about NPR 15,700 per trekking day including guide, permits, teahouse lodging and meals.
What is the cheapest trek in Nepal?
Royal Trek is the cheapest major trek in Nepal at around NPR 35,000–75,000 for a guided package (3–4 days).
What is the most expensive trek in Nepal?
Upper Dolpo is the most expensive at NPR 465,000–800,000, driven by its restricted-area permit and full-camping logistics.
What do these trek prices include?
The ranges cover a typical guided package per person: licensed guide, required permits (TIMS/ACAP/Sagarmatha/restricted-area where relevant), teahouse or camping accommodation and meals on trek. International flights, Kathmandu hotels, personal gear, tips and drinks are extra. Prices match each trek's Cost & Budget guide on BriefNepal.
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